Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge - Timaru

4-star seaside motor lodge on Caroline Bay, with panoramic ocean views from private balconies

Rooms & Suites

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge offers accommodation with private balconies or patios and king-size beds. Each unit includes a kitchenette, a smart TV with streaming services, and a bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms feature a 2-person spa bath and sea views from upper-floor balconies.

Family-Friendly Accommodation

The hotel provides family rooms with spacious 2-bedroom apartment-style units that include a full kitchen and dining area. The property has facilities for disabled guests, including ground-floor apartments with patios. Kids can walk across the street to Caroline Bay playgrounds, and blue penguin viewing is a short stroll away.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Bay Viaduct Motor Lodge is located directly opposite Caroline Bay, a 4-minute drive from South Canterbury Museum and Highfield Golf Club. A range of shops, cafés, and restaurants are within 5 minutes' walk of the hotel. Guests can walk to Aigantighe Art Gallery and the blue penguin colony at the foreshore.

Dining & Services

In-room continental breakfast can be arranged upon request, with milk and tea/coffee provided in every room. Nearby restaurants can add meal costs to the accommodation bill for convenience. The reception offers local advice on restaurants and attractions, including recommended eateries like Pier 64.

Amenities & Parking

The hotel provides on-site parking, an electric vehicle charging station, and accessible parking spaces. Guests have access to a luggage storage service, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Security includes CCTV in common areas, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers throughout the property.

• Location: Opposite Caroline Bay, 4 min from South Canterbury Museum
• Rooms: King studios with kitchenette & smart TV; some with spa bath & sea-view balcony
• Family: 2-bedroom apartments with full kitchen & dining area
• Dining: In-room continental breakfast; local restaurants can bill to room
• Parking: Free on-site parking & EV charging station
• Accessibility: Ground-floor units with patios; disabled guest facilities